Thanks for making this post, Angie. This answers a lot of the questions I had about micro-fishnet hose. I think they will be perfect for making a dress or skirt feel more “wintery” without actually adding much warmth, since our climate is so mild in the winter.

This is very timely as I was at the mall looking for the micro fishnets for myself and to give as gifts this weekend. They were sold out except for a few of the gold boxed DKNY only in a cream with gold sparkle. I didn’t get to Nordies yet. Is that where you find your Oroblu brand?

LOVE! Have been wearing for years at your suggestion. Brown, black, grey, nude–in knee highs and full length. The only time I wear nylons are the super sheer ones with my little black dress…but I suspect nets would be lovely too.

I like micro fishnet hose. I love the texture they add.
In the past the regular fishnets had a trashy vibe to them. I’m sure there is a better word for them than trashy, but you know what I mean. I appreciate you imforming us of the micro fishnets, I would have never gone there otherwise. Like alot of people, texture seems to be very important to me now.

I love my fishnets too (idea thanks to Angie). I think they ‘read’ nicely from far away…not as dense as black hose, but more interesting than nude hose.

Thanks a lot for this post! I shall know what/where to look now.

If I wear the fishnets, do you think I’ll start crawling around like the gal on the left? Meow!

love,m!

I’ve loved this idea for some time now. I have a pair of micro-fishnets, but have only worn them once – in europe, not here in the US! I’m afraid I don’t have the guts to wear them here! It’s probably my own mental block.

I have seen women layer colored tights underneath the fishnets – adds warmth and looks pretty neat. It’s another look I’ve always wanted to give a whirl.

I used to wear fishnets when I did vaudeville theater so I’ll always associate them with that…they always cut into my toes so wasn’t crazy about them either.

Here’s a tip tho: if you get a ‘hole’ in your nets, you can darn them by adding a new net with the same weight of black thread while stretching them over a salad bowl. It looks weird when no leg is in them but when you put them on, the thread flattens out so you don’t have that gap.

Thank you for this post Angie, it answers a lot of my questions too, particularly about the brands. I have tried some less costly options in the past but they haven’t lasted. I’ll try to find some of these that you mentioned and give them a try.

I have a pair of nude tights that look like fishnets, but are not ( no holes, just a honeycomb effect). Are those OK to wear or are they dated?

I just bought a pair from TarJay and wore them to a holiday party- and I thought they looked nice with a black dress and a sparkly scarf!

Angie, you are so right on. Micro fishnets are the BEST! I have several pairs from Hue that have stood the test of time and run about $12 each. Love ‘em.

Good point Ana. I’ll be interested to know if they do indeed keep you cool, because I have found them quite warm. Also, ask hubby very nicely to get you a pair from M&S when he next visits.

Thanks for the validation San, Jane and RSRP. I’m sure you look fab in your micro fishnets.

Joy, if you google “oroblu”, you’ll find several hosiery sites to purchase them from. They are unfortunately no longer available at Nordies. There are several fishnet stocking options offered by DKNY, Calvin Klein and Hue that retail for between $7 and $13. They seldom fit the bill so watch out. Sal, I’m glad you scored.

Meredith, as always, you crack me up

Kristers, you make a super point, I always go up a size in my hosiery. This keeps it comfortable all over and keeps the so called pattern of the hose “intact”. If you’re wearing boots with hose, wear socks over the hose before you slip on your boots. Once again, super comfy. Nice darning tip!

Tanya, honeycomb nude hose don’t sound dated at all. I’m sure you’ll make them look sassy.

Shiny, I wouldn’t describe micro fishnets as daring – PLEASE wear the ones you have in America! Julia, I can’t wait to see you sport yours too.

Angie, on your recommendation I bought the Oroblu at Nordstrom’s in black and brown and find them wonderfully stylish and more comfortable than regular hose. To find hose that works for me and is versatile for most every skirt or dress I might wear (I don’t wear that many) has definitely been worth the price! Thanks again for a great tip.

Well I am going to be on one of those who won’t be wearing fishnets, even these micro ones. I might get over the connotations but I live in a small town, and I couldn’t be sure of what people would think. I don’t really understand your objections to nude stockings Angie, but anyway are there other replacements for them?

I also used to associate fish nets with less than classy. Then something clicked last year when I saw a pair at Nordies and I changed my mind. I found the packaging and they are indeed Oroblu. I wish I had stocked up!

I also got a grey pair, from eithr DKNY or Hue, can’t remember. They are working out ok so far, but they don’t compare to the look and feel of Oroblu.

Judy, so right. This type of fishnet works with any skirt or frock. It’s hard to believe but there is something magical about them. It might have to do with the fact that your skin is peeking through. Who knows!

Thanks for the validation, Lena.

I have no objections to plain nude stockings, Anne. They are a super conservative option and there is definitely a time and a place for that type of attire. But unless you work is an extremely conservative environment, they lack personality and look a little dated. Sheer grey hose or honeycomb nude hose are good substitutes.

Thanks Angie, that clarifies things! Sorry if I came across a little combative – not my intention

Wow $40 hose! I’d consider the ones for $17-19, but even so, that would be almost twice as much as I’ve ever paid for a pair of hose or tights. At $19 they’d better last me 2+ years with no tears or saggy ankles. That’s a major investment for something as easily destroyed as hose, at least on my budget. I started out buying $1 hose in high school when I had to wear them every day (and didn’t have enough practice, so I tore them often). Now I typically buy nicer ones that cost $4-10 a pair. For some reason it blows my mind that anyone would pay $40 on a pair of hose, even if they could afford them. To each her own I guess.

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I love the look of fishnets but have been skeptical of the bigger ones…I have a pair but they’re for dress-up (like Halloween and Rocky Horror!) only. I will absolutely look for the micro-nets, they sound perfect.